The International Association of Airport and Duty Free Stores (IAADFS) has re-elected Rene Riedi of Avolta to serve another term as Chairman. Erasmo Orillac of Motta Internacional was elected Vice-Chair and Michael Halpern of International Shoppes is Treasurer and Audit Chair.
“I am honored to be chosen by my fellow Board members to continue serving as Chair of IAADFS,” said Mr. Riedi, adding, “I appreciate the commitment of the rest of the Board of Directors for giving their time in service of the association, and as we work to address key advocacy needs of the membership and industry.”
“In addition to our advocacy efforts, IAADFS is exploring ways to expand our member benefits and broaden industry participation as we work to accommodate the ever-changing world of travel retail,” Riedi continued.
“We are excited to have Rene serve as Chair for another term given his vast experience and knowledge of the duty free and travel retail industry combined with his focus on changing the direction and impact of member benefits provided by the association,” commented IAADFS President and CEO Michael Payne, adding, “Rene’s expertise along with the knowledge and experience of the region that Erasmo brings, and Michael’s long history with the association and presence in US airports, all contribute to a high-quality leadership team for IAADFS.”
Riedi, Orillac, and Halpern are joined on the IAADFS Board of Directors by:
